Mexico’s new cruise passenger tax will be significantly lower than originally planned when it takes effect on July 1.
The fee will now be set at $5 per person, a sharp reduction from the previously proposed $42, according to Riviera Maya News.
All passengers arriving in Mexico by cruise ship will be required to pay the tax, known as the non-resident duty tax.
The tax was initially scheduled to start in January, but it was delayed after concerns were raised by cruise lines and port towns about its potential impact on tourism.
The $5 fee will remain in place through the end of 2025. Beginning in 2026, the tax will gradually rise, reaching $10, and then increase to $21 by 2027.
Federal officials are aiming to ensure that cruise tourism benefits the country’s economy in the long term.
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